Dapoxetine is a prescription medicine. Premature Ejaculation are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The correct dosage of Dapoxetine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dapoxetine as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Dapoxetine normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Dapoxetine is Unknown for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Dapoxetine related warnings talks about Dapoxetine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Depression must refrain from the use of Dapoxetine since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dapoxetine contraindications section.
Besides this, Dapoxetine may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Dapoxetine is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Dapoxetine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Dapoxetine safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Dapoxetine in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Dapoxetine safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Dapoxetine. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Dapoxetine on the Kidneys?
Dapoxetine rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dapoxetine on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Dapoxetine on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Dapoxetine on the Heart?
Dapoxetine has very mild side effects on the heart.
Dapoxetine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dapoxetine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dapoxetine habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Dapoxetine has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Dapoxetine can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Dapoxetine should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Dapoxetine is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dapoxetine
Taking Dapoxetine with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dapoxetine
Taking Dapoxetine with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes Dapoxetine may induce sleep because this drug causes drowsiness, dizziness and in rare cases sedation. It is one of the most common side effects of this medicine. Do not drive any vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine as it causes drowsiness.
Dapoxetine works by increasing the chemical messenger serotonin's action in the brain which is related to the condition of premature ejaculation. However, the exact reason behind how it works is still unknown.
Dapoxetine is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. You are recommended to take this drug not more than once in a day. This is for your own good as it can lead to very unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Dapoxetine has been reported to cause suicidal, self-inflicting and distorted thoughts. If you are experiencing mood fluctuations, life-threatening, distorted thoughts after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Dapoxetine is a brand name of dapoxetine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It is used for the treatment of premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction in combination with PDE5 Inhibitors.
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